Dining Room Manager

Ililinyc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary world is seeking a passionate Dining Room Manager to lead their service team at a new location in The Wharf, Washington DC. This role involves managing daily operations, empowering staff, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience in a high-volume upscale dining environment. With a focus on modern and traditional Lebanese cuisine, the ideal candidate will have a proven track record in dining room management and excellent communication skills. Join a team that values growth, offers health benefits, paid time off, and opportunities to enhance your career while celebrating diverse culinary traditions.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Transportation Benefits

Dining Benefits

Career Growth Support

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Dining Room Management experience in high volume settings.
• Proven track record of managing teams and enhancing guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of an upscale dining restaurant.
• Lead and empower FOH staff, ensuring exemplary guest service.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Management

Guest Service

Education

Degree in Hospitality Management

Degree in Business

Degree in Culinary

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Dining Room Manager to pioneer our culinary operations in our new home at The Wharf.

Welcome to ilili, where we invite guests to celebrate life and share sundry blends of modern and traditional Lebanese cuisine. Our goal at ilili is to unify our guest’s cultures and spirits with our own, expressing passion and generosity in the cuisine we share. Executive Chef and Owner Philippe Massoud excellently crafts a melting pot of Lebanese, Levantine, Mediterranean inspired cuisine mixed with New York attitude. Flavorful herbs and spices combine textures to appease broad-based palates.

As a Dining Room Manager at ilili, you will be helping to lead our service and hospitality team for our second location in The Wharf, Washington DC.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work under the direction of the General Manager to manage daily operations of upscale dining restaurant
2. Lead by example to guide and empower the FOH staff on the floor, maintaining a hands-on presence throughout each service
3. Schedule and appoint tasks and responsibilities to staff as directed by the GM
4. Train and enforce ilili best practices and policies
5. Offer and inspire exemplary guest service
6. Other responsibilities to ensure ease of operations

Ideal Experience:

1. 1-3 years of Dining Room Management in an upscale to fine dining, high volume NYC restaurant
2. Degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or Culinary a plus but not required
3. Proven track record of successfully managing team members and the guest experience in high volume settings
4. Excellent communication skills
5. A quick thinker who enjoys problem-solving
6. Experience in training strong FOH teams

As a Member of our team you can expect:

1. Health & Wellness Benefits
2. Paid Time Off (PTO) to enjoy time away
3. Transportation Benefits
4. Dining Benefits
5. The support to grow your skillset and your career

ilili Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered on the basis of their ability and job related qualifications and without discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other classification prescribed under applicable federal, state or local law.